Dear Friends,

Since the launch of our church in February of 2018 we have seen the faithfulness of God as we have endeavored to trust Him to fulfill HIS PLAN and HIS HEART for East Texas through our local church. We are consistently blown away as we have seen Him do “far beyond anything we could ask or think”. Our purpose as a church has never been more clear. We will make an eternal difference, not as we build buildings but as we continue to build lives.
"WE EXIST TO LEAD PEOPLE IN A RELATIONSHIP WITH CHRIST THAT IS FULL AND VIBRANT IN EVERY SEASON.  AN EVERGREEN LIFE."
The Lord is placing an exciting opportunity before us to impact more lives with the love of Jesus than ever before through our very own facility - our future home!  In order for us to continue building lives, we need a permanent home of our own; that will help us minister to the needs of the people in our communities and lay a spiritual foundation for the next generation. This is a pivotal moment for our church.  As we consider the vast potential for ministry on the 17.5 acres we’ve acquired in Bullard, TX, our expectation grows. Without the space constraints of our current facility, we believe we’ll see thousands come to Know God, Find Freedom, Discover Purpose, and Make a Difference.So, with a strong commitment and complete reliance on God, we’re stepping forward to meet the needs of the future. We ask each person who calls Church of the Pines their home to prayerfully consider their role in impacting our region through this step of faith. Would you pray about making a sacrificial commitment beyond your regular tithes and offerings? If you haven’t been consistent in your giving, would you pray about starting to do so? We’re confident that God will honor your commitment as we take this journey together.The Build Life initiative is about creating a lasting legacy for our families, communities, and our world. We can’t wait to lock arms with you to see God’s will be done in East Texas as it is in Heaven.

For Eternity, Pastor Les and Angela

Past, Present, Future.

December 2015                         
God put the dream in  Pastor Les and Angela's hearts to launch a life-giving church in Tyler, TX.  
April 2017
Pastor Les and Angela were prepared through the Association of Related Churches (ARC) church-planting training course in Birmingham, AL. ARC has planted over 1100 churches in the US and around the world since 2001.
November 2017                         
After building a launch team of 40 people, Pastor Les and Angela began to train and equip the team.
February 2018                      
After 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting in January and much preparation, Church of the Pines officially launched with 354  people in attendance in the Regal Hollywood Theater.
September 2020                      
After 6 months online due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Church of the Pines reopens in its first permanent location in a great, central location in Tyler - the Times Square Shopping Center.
July 2022
 After steady growth and much prayer, God provided 17.5 acres in Bullard,  TX. This is a prime location, in the path of growth, and will be the future home of Church of the Pines.            
                                                                                                                                                             

Today

With Church of the Pines meeting in 3 services, yearly renovations to Pines Kids spaces to make more room, and acquiring additional suites, we continue to set new attendance records weekly.
The time is now to break ground and build.

Our Plan

  • In May of 2024, we began the Build Life Stewardship Campaign to raise $2.5 million over the span of  3 years. This amount allows us to begin to take steps toward construction.
  • The total cost of Phase 1 of the building project is $9,076,206.38
  • Breakdown of costs:
Design - $633,223.69
         Sitework - $1,747,530      
Building Cost - $6,195,452.69
         AVL - $500,000.00
        * Final costs are subject to change

Our Purpose

  • Build a home for Church of the Pines that serve as our central location for ministry and worship.
  • Multiply our reach and impact in our community.
  • Our region is growing rapidly. People are moving to East Texas from all over the country. We are seeing people give their lives to Jesus every week and go on the journey to Know God, Find Freedom, Discover Purpose, and Make a Difference.

Our Partners

  • Pray about what God would have you do financially over the next 3 years. Ask the Lord's guidance as you get involved in Build Life.
  • Discuss Build Life with your family. Husbands and wives should discuss this matter and seek God's guidance together. For those with children, make this a family time of prayer and come to a group decision.
  • If you are single, you may want to discuss this this with a close friend.
  • Make a commitment that stretches your faith - one that causes you to believe in God's ability to give through you.
  • Watch God do a miracle in your own life through your steps of faith!

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